• VP - Finance

    Michaels (Carpenter, IA)


    Support Center - Irving

     

    The Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Investor Relations will be responsible for leading the company’s financial planning, forecasting, strategic analysis, and investor relations functions. This leader will work closely with the CFO, executive leadership team, and key stakeholders to drive financial performance, enhance investor communications, and support strategic decision-making.

    Major Activities

    + Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A): Developing and executing financial plans, budgets, and forecasts; analyzing financial performance; providing insights and recommendations to improve profitability.

    + Scan Data Analysis: Utilizing scan data to analyze sales trends, customer behavior, and product performance; identifying opportunities for revenue growth and margin improvement.

    + Margin Management: Overseeing pricing strategies, cost control measures, and inventory management to optimize gross margin and profitability.

    + Financial Consolidations: Managing the consolidation of financial statements across various business units; ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

    + Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Planning: Evaluating and prioritizing capital investment projects; managing the CAPEX budget; and ensuring efficient allocation of resources.

    + Investor Relations: Communicating the company's financial performance and outlook to investors; managing relationships with analysts and shareholders; and ensuring compliance with SEC regulations.

    + Providing strategic financial guidance to senior leadership.

    + Driving profitability and growth.

    + Ensuring the company's financial health and compliance.

    + Other duties as assigned

    Education

    + BA/BS college degree

    + MBA preferred

    Minimum Experience Required:

    + 10+ years of experience in FP&A, investor relations, corporate finance, or investment banking.

    + Strong knowledge of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and capital markets.

    + Demonstrated experience in managing financial consolidations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP).

    + Experience in CAPEX planning and evaluation.

    + Proven experience in investor relations, including direct interaction with analysts and institutional investors.

    + Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

    + Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information effectively to various stakeholders.

    + Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

    + Deep understanding of regulatory requirements related to financial reporting and investor relations.

    Other

    + Experience working in a publicly traded company or high-growth private equity-backed environment.

    + Retail experience is highly desired

    + Strong executive presence and ability to build relationships with C-suite executives, investors, and board members.

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    + Proficiency in financial reporting tools

     

    Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

     

    At The Michaels Companies Inc, **our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity** . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com (http://www.michaels.com./) and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels (https://www.michaels.com/makerplace) , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, **Michaels is the best place for all things creative.** For more information, please visit  www.michaels.com

     

    At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com .

     

    Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all** **c** **ustomers** **to create, innovate and be better together.

     

    _Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL)._

     

    EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish

     

    EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    Federal FMLA Poster

     

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